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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1914
Page
4
The piece, a clipped Athens Banner page, comments on Georgia politics and national issues. It mocks forecasts for the Georgia governor race, notes Tom Hardwick's Congressional time, and references Macon as a mobilization point. It mentions mediation offers over the Mexican conflict and discusses text book costs and quality.
The Banner endorses Judge Horace M. Holden of Athens as a candidate for governor. It praises his legal experience on the Superior and Supreme courts, character, and balanced views merging progress with caution. Supporters statewide will back a vigorous, progressive campaign predicting Holden’s election and pride for Georgia.
The Ladies' Memorial Association in Athens Georgia announces Sunday memorial events for Confederate Memorial Day. The article urges reflection, peace, and respect for the state’s history, inviting hundreds to attend speeches and songs at Oconee Cemetery and surrounding sites as tributes to the boys in gray.
The Raoul Foundation reports strong TB work in Georgia but progress is limited by lack of data. The author urges a compulsory vital statistics law to reveal facts, educate the public, and boost eradication efforts, noting Georgia lags behind other states and the Raoul Foundation’s funds will aid the cause.
Poem honors those who wore the gray and fought for the land they loved. It recalls gallant youth who fell or faced lasting injury, and prays beside graves for a reign of peace. The piece reflects on memory, praise, and national remembrance.
Worn by defeat and quiet faith the speaker rejects triumphal praise. The poem honors the wounded and humble who fought bravely, held to faith, and died or suffered with dignity while the world cheers its victors. W. W. Storey, Blackwoods Magazine, 1881.
Athens reports Judge Jude Horace M. Holden is considering entering the Georgia governor’s race. The former state supreme court justice, about 48, known for integrity, would run as a nonpartisan figure with broad support from Taliaferro and Crawfordville, adding a formidable element to an already active field.
Congressman Hughes of the 12th District, chair of the House Education Committee and new head of the National Vocational Education Commission, remains in Washington on national duties though his Georgia campaign proceeds. Cliff Walker, Monroe, travels Georgia briskly, courting voters as he pursues the attorney general race, drawing comparisons to Jim Price’s early statewide itinerary.
Macon reports Judge Nat E. Harris plans a governor run as he joins Randolph Anderson and L. G. Hardman in public statements. Harris, Confederate veteran and Georgia Tech trustee, may wage a strong state campaign while Washington news suggests Harris will soon campaign in Georgia.
Advert says London Tango Neck Lace and Evelyn Thaw Bracelet among New York society women. Promotes Spearmint Gum offer with free jewelry for 50c, limited two orders, Dayton Ohio. Also mentions Foley's Tablets with endorsement from E J Hudson.
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